Engineering Technician

General Responsibilities

Are you interested in a career in construction engineering and inspection/testing industry but don’t know how to get started? Let Terracon help you get started! We’re looking for a Construction Materials Lab Technician to join our talented team. Our lab techs are an integral part of the Testing Laboratory which evaluates soil, concrete and other construction materials to ensure they meet specific design standards.

After training you may be working independently or as part of a team testing construction materials. Being reliable, detailed oriented, and working safely are just a few skills Terracon greatly values in this position.

The job includes tracking samples and testing dates, recording quality assurance data, observing and conducting tests on soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. As a Laboratory Tech I team member, you will be working under the direction and supervision of experienced staff, until fully trained on a sampling procedure. Duties will include: understanding the project requirements, conducting testing and observations in a soils lab setting, recording and verifying sample data.

All testing results and observations must be tabulated and submitted daily in an electronic report. All reports and timekeeping are done daily. All work will be conducted in accordance with Terracon’s IIF Safety culture.

• Terracon supports employees in getting Certifications
• Terracon provides raises based on additional Certifications
• Truck provided for occasional field work for skilled drivers
• Inhouse safety and skills training

• The Team Member will communicate routinely with their Lab Supervisor, PMs, and contractors.
• High Level of Integrity: this job requires you to make decisions that can affect the structural integrity of buildings, and the safety of the general public.
• Team Members are expected to maintain a clean work area
• Team Members are expected to participate in our Incident and Injury Free (IIF) safety program, adhering to strict safety standards designed to ensure that you go home safe every night.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
• Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Assist higher level Team Members on complex tasks

• High school diploma or equivalent, or relevant experience
• Valid driver license with acceptable driving record
• Experience with laptop computer use and Microsoft Word and Excel
• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications
• Obtain ACI certification within 90 days of hire.
• Concrete Strength Testing Technician